We believe that everyone wants to do what’s right – for their families, fellow global citizens, and the planet. That’s why we’re committed to making the right choices the most obvious ones. Based on the simple idea that the products we buy and sell are connected to the livelihoods of others, Fair Trade is a way to make a conscious choice for a better world. A choice for Fair Trade Certified™ goods is a choice to support responsible companies, empower farmers, workers, and fishermen, and protect the environment. In other words, it’s a world-changing way of doing business. - Fair trade USA

Memorial Day has come and gone, so you know what that means? It's officially summer as far as we're concerned! And with summer comes an abundance of our favorite fruits and veggies. We're talking heirloom tomatoes, sweet corn, watermelon, basil,...

Breakfast is always better when it looks like dessert. :)  We teamed up with our friends at Nutiva to bring you this bowl of beauty. The secret ingredient to the peanut butter drizzle.. liquid coconut oil!   Ingredients 1 cup...

We partnered with our friends at Quinn Snacks, Made by Nature, and Wild Friends to bring you some delicious chocolatey recipes. Our friend, Oh So Delicioso created this irresistible movie night snack.   Ingredients 2 bags Quinn sea salt popcorn popped 1/3 cup...

We partnered with our friends at Quinn Snacks, Made by Nature, and Wild Friends to bring you some delicious chocolatey recipes. This genius creation comes to us from our friend, Maggie Morales of The Wholesome Bite.  Ingredients 2 cups Quinn Snack's...

Craving s'mores, but having trouble finding a campfire near you? Have no fear! This simple and yummy Salted Almonds S'mores Dip can be made in your oven in under 10 minutes. It can also easily be made vegan or gluten free....

Dear friends and fellow citizens,   Like many of you, we were extremely troubled and disappointed with President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. At a time when our country needs leadership in the commitment...

Recipe Submitted by Katya Kurmayev (2014 Alter Eco Quinoa Contest Finalist).  Ingredients Tuna: 1 lb. ahi tuna steaks (see Seafood Watch tuna page for sustainably sourcing) 1½ Tbsp. sesame oil 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise 1 Tbsp. sriracha 1½ Tbsp. green onions,...

These gluten free Monster Cookie Bars by The Wholesome Bite are everything your life has been missing AND they're super easy to make! Get on it! Ingredients 2 c. quick cooking GF oats 1 c. paleo baking flour (or 3/4...

These yummy Chocolate Chunk Cookies are grain-free, paleo, gluten-free and oh-so-easy! Thanks to our brand ambassador The Wholesome Bite for the recipe! Ingredients 3 c. paleo baking flour (OR 2 c. almond flour and 1 c. arrowroot starch) 1 tsp. baking...

The options are endless with these Vietnamese inspired Quinoa Veggie Spring Rolls. Add any fresh veggie, tofu or seafood you'd like and just roll it up. We made ours vegan, paleo and gluten free with a slight twist to the...

These Ube Bites are the perfect healthy treat - they're vegan, gluten free, soy free and nut free! Recipe by the talented Peanut Head. Ingredients 5 tbsp coconut butter 2 tbsp coconut sugar cooked into a syrup with 1/3 c water 2...

Who doesn't love an organic alternative for a classic childhood treat? These delicious chocolate covered vanilla almond butter rice crispy treats are made with just three simple ingredients! This recipe was developed by our Brand Ambassador Maggie with The Wholesome...

  All right foodies, it’s time to talk about the elephant in the room: we need to eat less meat. It’s no secret that adopting a vegetarian diet can have numerous benefits to your health (including lower cholesterol, decreased risk...

To celebrate the launch of our new 70% Salt & Malt chocolate bar, we baked cookies!  A Salt & Malt chocolatey center gives these chocolate chunk cookies a crispy malty crunch to every bite. Ingredients 8 tablespoons of butter ¾ cup...

Quinoa is truly becoming the 'grain of the future'. Gluten-free, wheat-free and nutrient-packed, quinoa is ideal for everyone and can be eaten guiltlessly with the knowledge that it’s cholesterol and trans fat-free. Preparing quinoa is a snap; simply rinse in...

We want to tell you a bit more about the San Martin region of Peru, and more specifically the untouched primary forest at the end of the River Alto Huayabamba known as Martin Sagrado and its inspiring history. Martin Sagrado is located...

Add a spicy kick to your summer salad with this Mexican Chopped Salad with protein-packed quinoa and a feisty cilantro, jalapeño dressing.   Thanks to the talented Courtney Swan of Realfoodology for sharing her recipe. Follow her on Instagram for...

Get creative with those overly ripe bananas sitting on the counter. Bananas and chocolate come together in a swirl of slightly-sweet gooey bread that is not only easy to make, but so decadently delicious.     Ingredients Banana Bread: 1...

Homemade donuts with cold-brew infused dark Blackout glaze... yes please! Thanks to The Movement Menu for working with us on this decadent recipe. Check out her blog for more yummy paleo recipes.   Ingredients Donuts 4 large eggs, at room temperature...

Tomy Mathew is the founder of Calicut’s and Kerala’s first FT Organic Grocery store.  Tomy and his wife Seepja founded Elements in 1999, after moving back from Chennai. The establishment of Elements allowed farmers of Kerala to catalyze the now...